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CAAV says will open skies for qualified foreign airlines[Code: 2586]
VietNamNet Bridge – The Civil Aviation Administration of Vietnam (CAAV) will make it easy for more foreign airlines, especially carriers from ASEAN, to fly to this market, even before pacts signed by the bloc’s members to liberalize air passenger and cargo services in the region takes effect. officials said that Vietnam had a policy to open the aviation market to those foreign airlines able to meet security and safety requirements to this growing market in order to help...
Ba Be Lake - a haven of serenity[Code: 2585]
VietNamNet Bridge – Ba Be can be described as a place of peace and serenity. The beautiful lake in the northern province of Bac Kan is listed as one of the world’s 20 largest freshwater lakes. Ba Be, meaning three lakes, was created by the confluence of river tributaries Pe Lam, Pe Lu and Pe Leng after earthquakes tens of millions of years ago. The lakes are part of Ba Be National Park. The earthquakes are also believed to have shaped the Nang River, an additional...
National Geographic: Hanoi’s old quarter and Hoi An in 110 historic places[Code: 2584]
). position. Here are National Geographic’s comments about Hanoi: “ The old part of Hanoi is attractive but is becoming very busy, commercial, and somewhat over-developed. Pedestrian zones are recommended. Hanoi is not a Hong Kong or a Ho Chi Minh City ( Saigon ), or a Shanghai undergoing constant high-rise construction. Surprisingly, some of the back streets in the old French Quarter and the strip parks around the inner lakes retain immense charm....
Huge resort project gets going[Code: 2583]
VietNamNet Bridge – A resort project worth a staggering US$8 billion in Quang Nam Province will still get moving ahead after comments from relevant ministries, despite earlier concerns about the viability of this mammoth project. Provincial authorities have heard positive opinions about the Dragon Beach resort project from six ministries, and have asked the investors to make amendments as required, said Dinh Van Thu, vice chairman of the province. “The ministries have...
AirAsia waives fuel surcharges, MAS offers all-inclusive fares[Code: 2582]
VietNamNet Bridge – The low-cost airline AirAsia has lifted fuel surcharges while the full-serviced air carrier Malaysia Airlines (MAS) has launched all-inclusive fares for services from Vietnam and other parts of the world. AirAsia on Tuesday started waiving the fuel surcharges from all its international and domestic flights given the easing of world oil prices and as the leading Asian budget carrier’s move to offer lower air fares in the face of the global economic...
Worshipping open-mindedness in a temple visit[Code: 2581]
VietNamNet Bridge – HCMC is one of the most desirable destinations in Vietnam, having attracted thousands of visitors and immigrants who bring with them their own customs, mores and beliefs. The city features a number of impressive buildings reflecting this blend of Vietnamese, Chinese and European cultures. One example is Cho Lon in HCMC’s District 5, also known as Chinatown, where the Lady Thien Hau Temple is a popular venue for worship by the Chinese community. As...
A glimpse of Bac Me[Code: 2580]
VietNamNet Bridge – If you travel on National Road 34 from Ha Giang to Cao Bang Municipality, do not forget to drop by Bac Me to view the fascinating landscape of the Gam River and visit places of interest in the northern locality. Situated more than 60 kilometers from Ha Giang Municipality, Bac Me is a quiet town thriving on the left bank of the Gam River, and is striking enough to tempt passers-by to stop at its historical and cultural attractions. Bac Me, or Bac Me...
Int’l unicorn dance festival to kick off in town[Code: 2579]
VietNamNet Bridge – An international unicorn dance festival will take place at Nguyen Du Stadium (116 Nguyen Du Street, District 1) in the city from November 14 to 17. The festival will be attended by strong troupes from countries and territories in Asia such as Malaysia, Singapore, Macau, Hong Kong, Cambodia, Taiwan and the host country Vietnam. Competitions between the troupes will be showcased on November 15 and 16, and the lion and dragon dances, drum dance, martial...
New romantic tours for couples[Code: 2578]
VietNamNet Bridge – Vietnam is growing in popularity as a destination to foreign tourists, of whom many are couples and newlyweds seeking a romantic holiday. In response Vietnam’s tour operators have designed some special tours at Vietnam’s beautiful beaches. For couples wanting to escape from a noisy, urban life, Saigontourist Holding Co. has introduced a cluster of romantic, short tours called “Take care togetherâ€. The three-day tour “Love at the Vinpearl...
Trying biking tours in the heart of Mekong Delta[Code: 2577]
VietNamNet Bridge – Biking is an interesting and authentic way to explore the countryside in Vietnam. Victoria Can Tho Resort has recently launched a new selection of biking tours to offer its guests the opportunity to discover daily life in the heart of the Mekong Delta region. The adventurous trips lead riders through a series of small paths, luscious green fields and tropical fruit orchards with the resort’s own fleet of quality mountain bikes. The biking routes range...
Last of the summer wine[Code: 2576]
I am normally not a big fan of the hard stuff, but I know when I arrive in a small hamlet in An Nhon district of Binh Dinh province it won’t be long before I’m drinking some of the local liquor. They say that the greatest form of flattery is imitation and nowadays it seems Bau Da liquor can be found everywhere, though technically speaking it can only come from a quiet little hamlet of Cu Lam in Nhon Loc village, which is located along the banks of Con River. The hamlet is located in...
Brothers in arms[Code: 2575]
Every one I speak to seems to be proud of living on ‘royal land’. Every home I peer into has a bust of Quang Trung, the Emperor, or Nguyen Hue, the rebel hero. After the harvest, it is him who they will thank. It is because of him, they believe, that the sun still shines on Kien My. (Source: Timeout)
History comes to life in Soc Son[Code: 2574]
VietNamNet Bridge – A serene, almost sacred, atmosphere envelops the mountainous scenery of Ve Linh Commune in Soc Son District, 30km north of Ha Noi’s centre, where legend has it Saint Giong flew back to heaven on his horse after defeating foreign invaders. (his excellency) when saying the name Saint Giong. Colour abounds in the area, turquoise blue lakes - believed to be the footprints of Saint Giong’s horse - contrast against the palate of green mountains, hills and...
Tourism needs better staff[Code: 2573]
Drastic changes are vital for VN to have a competitive tourist industry Viet Nam’s tourism sector will risk lagging far behind other regional countries and find it difficult to maintain a high growth rate if breakthrough measures are not taken to generate enough qualified personnel, a senior tourism official has said. The biggest hurdles to tourism development in Viet Nam are the poor quality of tourism products and the failure of local tourist administrators to keep pace with...
Landlords cash in on foreign tenants[Code: 2572]
VietNamNet Bridge – The increase in the number of foreigners living and working in HCM City is bringing a windfall to house owners who lease out their houses to foreigners. Though official statistics are not available, telephone information service 1080 estimates there are around 6,000 foreigners in the city now. But not all of them can afford the US$2,000 and above a month that deluxe and serviced apartments cost, especially single people and students. Renting a room in a...
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